Congress, PDP yet to reveal strategy Srinagar: With less than 24 hours remaining before the Rajya Sabha voting, two political parties – the Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)- have kept their cards close to their chest. Sources told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that while the Congress is awaiting directions from its high command, the PDP is...
October 23, 2025
Govt failed on all fronts; session too short to discuss public issues: LoP Sharma
Umaisar Gul Ganaie Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Leader of Opposition and BJP MLA Sunil Sharma on Thursday expressed disappointment over the limited duration of the autumn session of the Assembly, saying the government has failed to provide sufficient time to discuss pressing public issues. “It is unfortunate that the government has allotted very limited time for it, just 5-6 days,”...
BJP protests against NC MLA’s “communal party” remark
Owais Gul Srinagar: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday held a protest against remarks by the National Conference (NC) MLA Bashir Ahmad Veeri, who had called it a “communal party”. According to details available with news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) the NC MLA, while paying tributes to BJP ex-MLC, Ramesh Arora, highlighted the role and works done by the leader....
NC, Congress MLAs protest outside Assembly, seek Mehraj Malik’s release
Srinagar: Ahead of the Autumn session of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, several legislators on Thursday held a peaceful protest, demanding release of incarcerated Doda MLA, Mehraj Malik. According to details available with news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) several MLAs of National Conference, Congress and others carried placards today morning, seeking release of Mehraj Malik. The protest was held outside...
Speaker slams Kupwara administration over omission of Ex-MLA in obituary reference
Srinagar: Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Thursday slammed the administration after the name of former Langate MLA Muhammad Sultan Panditpori was missing from the obituary references in the House. During the obituary reference, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) the Speaker castigated the district administration Kupwara for failing to inform the Assembly Secretariat about Panditpori’s death. “This is an...
Indian Heaven Premier League commencing from October 25th: Div Com Kashmir reviews arrangements
Urges organisers to strictly adhere to online ticketing mechanism SRINAGAR: The first edition of T20 Indian Heaven Premier League shall commence from 25th October at Bakhshi Stadium featuring International, National and local players. The high octane league will see the participation of eight teams for a fortnight while the stadium is expected to remain brimmed with the crowd coming from...
Olympic Champion Neeraj Chopra Honoured with Honorary Rank of Lieutenant Colonel
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday conferred javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. New Delhi: Olympic gold medallist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra was on Wednesday conferred with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh describing him as an “epitome” of perseverance, and national pride. Singh conferred the insignia of honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel...
NC’s invitation to Congress for joint meeting on RS polls
Karra calls emergency meeting of MLAs, to consult high command Srinagar: In a significant political development, Pradesh Congress Committee president Tariq Hamid Karra has convened an emergency meeting of the party’s legislators this afternoon to discuss the National Conference’s invitation for a joint meeting of the ruling alliance’s legislators. Sources told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that Karra will chair...
Teenager dies while extracting sand in Baramulla’s Pattan
Baramulla: A 17-year-old boy died on Wednesday morning after being critically injured while extracting sand in the Singpora area of Pattan in Baramulla district, officials said. An official told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the boy had suffered severe head injuries late last night while extracting sand. He was rushed to JVC hospital, Bemina in critical condition, where doctors...
Modi Expresses Gratitude To Trump For Diwali Wishes, Says Both Leaders Discussed Trade Ties
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday thanked US President Donald Trump for his phone call and Diwali greetings. “Thank you, President Trump, for your phone call and warm Diwali greetings. On this festival of lights, may our two great democracies continue to illuminate the world with hope and stand united against terrorism in all its forms,” PM Modi said...
“NC has to answer for its election promises,” says LoP Sharma; 3 Govt bills to be introduced; Business Advisory Committee to meet today
Srinagar: The autumn session of the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly is expected to be stormy, with opposition parties gearing up to corner the ruling NC- led government over a gamut of issues. The session, starting tomorrow, is expected to witness fireworks from the opposition over governance issues, promises made by the National Conference in its election manifesto, statehood, and reservation....
Ahead of assembly session & RS polls, NC convenes meeting of legislators of ruling allies today
Will decide on participation in our legislature party meeting: Congress CLP GA Mir; PDP keeps RS strategy under wraps Srinagar: Ahead of the Assembly session and Rajya Sabha polls, the ruling National Conference has convened a meeting of its allies on Wednesday evening to discuss their strategy. According to sources, the ruling party has also invited its ally, the Congress,...
‘Power generation in J&K dips by nearly 45%’
Additional allocation of central pool in place: Officials Riyaz Bhat Srinagar: With the onset of winters, the local hydro power generation has taken a dip by nearly 45 percent. Top officials informed the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the hydel power generation from the local plants has reduced by nearly 500 Megawatts (MWs). The official said, “As of now,...
CM Omar Abdullah pays tributes to Police Martyrs at Zewan, Srinagar
Srinagar: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday paid rich tributes to the police martyrs at Zewan, Srinagar, on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day, honoring their supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. Floral tributes were offered at the Martyrs’ Memorial, where senior police officers and families of the fallen personnel also paid their respects. The solemn ceremony concluded with...
LG Sinha Pays Tributes to Police Martyrs on Commemoration Day
Srinagar1 : The Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha paid heartfelt tributes to police personnel on the occasion of Police Commemoration Day. In a post on X, the LG’s Office, as per news agency Kashmir News Corner (KNC), wrote, “On Police Commemoration Day, we bow our heads in homage to the memory of all police martyrs and gratefully...
Trump Threatens Hamas With ‘Eradication’ Over Potential Gaza Deal Breach
Washington: US President Donald Trump warned Hamas Monday it would be “eradicated” if it breaches the Gaza deal with Israel, but said he would give the Palestinian militant group a chance to honor the truce. Vice President JD Vance headed to Israel shortly after Trump’s comments, joining two top US envoys after weekend violence threatened to wreck the fragile ceasefire. “We...
120 anti-terror ops launched daily in Jammu to eliminate foreign terrorists: IGP
Yogesh Jammu: Inspector General of Police, Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti, on Tuesday said that 120 anti-terror operations are launched in Jammu on a daily basis to eliminate foreign terrorists, which remains a significant challenge. Speaking to reporters, the IGP, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that foreign terrorists operating in the upper reaches have posed a challenge for...
Operation Sindoor: Fear instilled by Navy, IAF skill, Army’s bravery brought Pak on knees within no time: PM Modi
Joins Diwali celebrations on board INS Vikrant, says armed forces deserve special salute for their actions BrahMos and Akash have proven their capabilities, several countries now interested in purchasing these missiles Sajid Raina Panaji : Terming coordination among the armed forces during ‘Operation Sindoor’ as a main factor for Pakistan’s surrender, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said fear instilled...
Javid Dar inaugurates Autumn Flower Festival (Chrysanthemum Show) at SKUAST-K
SRINAGAR: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development, Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar, today inaugurated Autumn Flower Festival (Chrysanthemum Show) at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology-Kashmir (SKUAST-K) here. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Dar congratulated the university authorities, particularly the Faculty of Floriculture, for organizing the colourful event that celebrates Kashmir’s floral diversity and artistic...
Sakeena Itoo conducts surprise inspection of PHC Sheeri, PHC Boniyar, takes stock of healthcare facilities Emphasizes on people-centric approach for improved public service delivery
BARAMULLA: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted surprise inspection of Primary Health Centre (PHC) Sheeri and PHC Boniyar in North Kashmir’s Baramulla district here to take stock of healthcare facilities and assess on-ground functioning of these public health institutions. During the visit, the Minister reviewed the availability of essential medicines, diagnostic facilities, manpower position, and overall...
J&K All-Rounder Parvez Rasool Bids Farewell To All Formats Of Cricket
SRINAGAR, Oct 20: Parvez Rasool achieved many firsts in his cricketing career. He was the first player from Jammu and Kashmir to represent India in international cricket, and was also the first cricketer from the region to feature in the Indian Premier League (IPL). But after 17 years of playing First-Class cricket—claiming 352 wickets and amassing 5,648 runs—the all-rounder has...